MiddleNeck Living

Most of the time, when the phrase “Believe me” is used, it’s shorthand for “I don’t really have any evidence to back this up, but I want it to happen anyway, so I’m gonna pretend to be an authority.” But there are those rare occasions when the thing you’re trying to describe is so unbelievable that it requires at least a bit of faith if ...

Making great Irish music since 1995
Hailing from Counties Waterford, Cork, Dublin and Donegal in Ireland, Danú is one of the leading traditional Irish ensembles of today. The band formed in 1995 as part of Irelands delegation to Lorient Inter-Celtic Festival in Brittany, France (an annual event that is the biggest gathering of celtic nations in the world). The debut album simply entitled ‘Danú’ was released by the band in 1997 ...

History of Daylight Saving Time — DST
Daylight Saving Time (DST) is used to save energy and make better use of daylight. It was first used in 1908 in Thunder Bay, Canada. DST normally adds 1 hour to standard time with the purpose of making better use of daylight and conserving energy. This means that the sunrise and sunset are one hour later, on the clock, ...

The full history of the reverse sear is a little hazy (though AmazingRibs.com has a pretty good timeline). It’s one of those techniques that seem to have been developed independently by multiple people right around the same time. With all the interest in food science and precision cooking techniques like sous vide that cropped up in the early 2000s, I imagine the time was simply ...

Come, enjoy, and support the work and mission of The Haven. The Haven is the sole provider of shelter and support to individuals who have experienced sexual and domestic violence in the Northern Neck and surrounding areas. We hope you will join us for this event while providing funds so that we may continue to provide services in our community. Tickets are $50/person. Sponsorships available. ...

Spring is a time for excursions! Blooms enhance a spring drive while wineries boast beautiful patios for sipping award-winning vintages. Beach lovers can dip their toes in the Chesapeake Bay from a number of points, or dive right into an early summer with a trip to the Atlantic Ocean. Craft beer enthusiasts will find Virginia overflowing with tasting opportunities and music lovers can hear a lively tune ...

Nothing like getting outside after a long winter. It’s so invigorating, even household chores are refreshing. So while you’re reveling in clean spring air, get after these simple maintenance jobs that fend off potential moisture problems, prevent costly repairs, and pave the way for a trouble-free summer. First:
Clean Gutters
What? Again? Yup, consider this the early-spring edition of a twice-yearly (at least) outdoor maintenance task (a ...